Product Description
The Front Load Washer Door Latch Assembly indicates to the washer that the door is closed and can begin operation, and also latches and securely locks the door. If your front-load washer?Æs door doesn?Æt close properly, or if the appliance doesn?Æt initiate the wash cycle, the latch assembly could be damaged. Installing this part will require basic hand tools, minor disassembly of the washing machine and novice repair experience. You must unplug the washer or shut off the house circuit breaker for the appliance before installing this part. Helpful Tip: We also recommend using affresh?« Washing Machine Cleaner* (item W10501250) once a month to help reduce odor-causing residue that can build up in your washing machine's drain without proper care. *affresh?« brand products are owned and distributed by Whirlpool Corporation.
Equivalent Part Numbers: 8540222, 8540772, W10253483